Clippers fall to Mavericks 96-93 in Game 2 despite Kawhi Leonard’s return, series now tied at 1-1 – NBC Los Angeles

Luka Doncic Leads Mavericks to Victory Over Clippers in Game 2

In a thrilling Game 2 matchup at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks managed to even the series against the Clippers with a 96-93 victory. Doncic, determined to avoid falling into an 0-2 hole, put on a show for the fans and finished the game with 32 points.

The game was a defensive battle, with neither team able to establish a significant lead. The Clippers, led by Kawhi Leonard’s return to the lineup after a nine-game absence, fought hard but ultimately fell short. Leonard, still finding his rhythm, contributed 15 points and seven rebounds but struggled from beyond the arc.

Despite the Clippers holding a six-point lead in the fourth quarter, Doncic’s heroics, including two crucial three-pointers and four assists, propelled the Mavericks to victory. James Harden and Paul George led the Clippers with 22 points each, but it was not enough to overcome Doncic’s stellar performance.

With the series now tied at 1-1, the Mavericks will head back to Dallas for Game 3 at the American Airlines Center. The Clippers will look to regroup and bounce back on the road as they aim to regain control of the series.

As the tension mounts and the stakes get higher, both teams will be looking to make adjustments and come out on top in what promises to be an intense battle for playoff supremacy. Stay tuned for more updates, stats, and player reactions as the series unfolds. Game 3 is set for Friday night at 5:00 PM PT.